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DATE AND TIMEIn-Person Graduation Ceremony

New Tech High @ CoppellSunday, May 315:30 p.m. *

Coppell High SchoolSunday, May 318:30 p.m. *

NOTE: Globe Life Field will thoroughly clean the stadium between each ceremony using ultraviolet light sanitation devices

* Due to thorough cleaning please expect a slight delay in the start times

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CONTENTSTable of

Graduation Ceremony Date and Time

Message from the Superintendent

Safety Measures

Stadium Rules

Parking Map

Stadium Seating Map

Ticket Information / Pick-Up

Photos

Streaming

Day of the Graduation &Entrance Information

Dismissal

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Dr. BrAD HUNTMessage from the Superintendent

Dear Parents and Students of the Class of 2020,

On behalf of the Coppell Independent School District, let me congratulate you on your upcoming graduation. Graduating from high school is a significant milestone and honor in your life’s story. This achievement is a reflection of your hard work and your ability to accomplish your goals. Our entire district is #CISDProud of the work you all have done, whether it is in the classroom, on the athletic fields, in the band, on the stage, in print or video, via various extracurricular activities or in other areas where your passions lie. For the Class of 2020, your leadership and dedication has been a catalyst for success that Coppell ISD has enjoyed.

I share your disappointment that the end of your senior year is not happening as expected or planned. What should be a special time in your lives and for your families and friends is now looking very different. As we adjust to these challenging times, celebrating accomplishments is more important than ever. You have worked hard and deserve the opportunity to be recognized for your efforts. You have exceeded all expectations, and in doing so, have added new dimensions to our school district. You have left your mark on CISD in a very positive and meaningful way.

We also are not giving up hope that we can come together this summer to celebrate our seniors in a bigger way. We are also looking for avenues to recognize you in some of our fall 2020 activities.

The more than 980 students who are part of the Coppell ISD Class of 2020 will be remembered for your perseverance, resilience and grit. When we say “Cowboy Fight Never Dies,” we are talking about how you handle situations such as our COVID-19 closure. Your legacy in Coppell ISD will be remembered for generations to come.

I hope you will use all that you have learned in Coppell ISD as you take on the next chapter in your life’s story. Whether your next step is continuing your education in college, jumping in and starting your career or honorably serving our great country, I pray you will be the difference maker in our rapidly changing world and you soar to greater heights in all that you do. I know your dreams for yourselves and our world are big, and therefore I look to the future with great hope and expectancy. I feel better about our future knowing you all will be a part of it. Always remember you are forever part of the Coppell ISD family, and I look forward to seeing the great things you will do in the future.

I close by saluting the CISD Class of 2020! You have left your mark on all of our hearts, and we will never forget you.

Sincerely,

Dr. Brad Hunt

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To ensure the safety of our graduates, their families and guests and all school personnel, the following safety measures will be enacted.

Any graduate, family member or guest exhibiting any of the following COVID-19 symptoms will not be allowed admittance into Globe Life Field. Those found with any of these signs or symptoms will be excluded from the activity.

Prior to attending the ceremony, participating students and attending family members will be screened for possible symptoms of COVID-19. Those found with any of the signs or symptoms will not be allowed to participate. We strongly encourage you to self-screen prior to attending the ceremony. Each graduate’s temperature will be taken before they are allowed entry to Globe Life Field. Anyone with a measured temperature equal to or greater than 100 degrees Fahrenheit will not be allowed admittance.

Seniors participating in the ceremony MUST wear masks and gloves. We will provide these masks and gloves to the seniors prior to their entry to Globe Life Field. There is no shaking hands, hugging or high-fiving at anytime during the event. Masks and gloves are strongly recommended and encouraged for all attendees.

Guests will be seated in assigned areas of Globe Life Field in groups of 5 and will be seated a social distance apart from other guests. No bags, including purses, will be permitted into Globe Life Field, with the exception of diaper bags or medical bags. Children must accompany diaper bags.

Cameras are allowed, but guests may not bring in a camera bag. All guests should remain in their seats throughout the ceremony and cannot leave their seats to take pictures.

Sealed bottle water is permitted for guests as concessions will not be available. Globe Life Field will have the roof open during the ceremony unless the Fire Marshall requires it to be close due to weather.

Globe Life Field will thoroughly clean the stadium between each ceremony using ultraviolet light sanitation devices.

MEASURESSafety

a Cougha Shortness of breath or difficulty breathinga Chillsa Repeated shaking with chillsa Muscle paina Headachea Sore throat

a Loss of taste or smella Diarrheaa Feeling feverish or a measured temperature equal to or greater than

100 degrees Fahrenheita Known close contact with a person who

is lab confirmed to have COVID-19 within the last 14 days

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RULESStadium

u Tailgating is not permitted.

u Congregating before and after each ceremony is prohibited.

u Heels are not permitted. Closed-toed and flat sole shoes are required. We are excited to hold graduation at the brand new Globe Life Field, and we want to be respectful of the

beautiful new facility and its amenities, including the turf.

u NO bags including purses will be allowed in the venue, unless it is a medical bag or diaper bag.

u Concession stands will NOT be open. Guests may bring in one sealed bottle of water.

u No signs, air horns and flowers will be allowed into Globe Life Field.

u Cameras are allowed, but guests may not bring in a camera bag. All guests should remain in their seats throughout the ceremony and cannot leave their seats to take pictures.

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MAPParking

SUPRA LOT A CISD Staff and Teacher Parking (Enter the parking lot through A1)

TACOMA LOT R Graduate and Family/Guest Parking (Enter the parking lot through R2 or R5)

Graduate, Staff and Teacher Entry into the Stadium

Family/Guest Entry into the Stadium

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SEATING MAPStadium

GRADUATE SEATING

FAMILY/GUEST SEATING

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INFORMATION / PICK-UPTicket

Every individual entering the venue, including graduates, family/guests, staff and teachers will be required to have a ticket.

No Ticket = No AdmittanceDue to TEA, Globe Life Field and Tarrant County restrictions, Coppell ISD is limiting the number of tickets to 5 tickets per graduate to ensure social distancing. Children are part of the 5 tickets unless their height is under 36 inches and they can sit in an adult’s lap.

Tickets cannot be exchanged or given away if not used. The number of guests per grad-uate will be 5 maximum. Tickets not being used MAY NOT be given or exchanged with another family so they can have more than 5 guests. NO EXCEPTIONS.

TICKET PICK-UPGraduates must pick-up their tickets, mask and senior t-shirt on Friday, May 29 between 9:00 a.m. - noon.

Failure to retrieve tickets WILL result in non-entrance to the venue.

INFORMATIONOther Graduation

PHOTOSOnce a graduate has received his/her diploma, he/she will walk through the Lexus Club to get back to their seat. In the Lexus Club, a professional photographer will take one official photo only. Students will be allowed to remove their face coverings for the photo.

Guests are not allowed to leave their seats to take pictures and should remain in their seats throughout the ceremony.

STREAMINGCeremony activities will be available on the jumbo screen in Globe Life Field. The ceremony will also broadcast live at www.coppellisd.com for those who cannot attend.

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GRADUATIONDay of the

ENTRANCE INFORMATIONEvery individual entering the venue, including staff, will be required to have a ticket. No Ticket = No Admittance.

STUDENTSStudents will need to be in their graduation cap and gown and present their ticket for admittance into the venue. Campuses will communicate a staggered arrival plan before Sunday with each graduate and their family. The graduate’s ticket will provide directions to their assigned seat. Please sit in your assigned seat. Students are to practice social distancing during the entirety of the program which, includes entrance into the venue.

Students can dress comfortably. CISD is providing a senior t-shirt if students choose to wear it. Closed-toed and flat sole shoes are required. Heels are not permitted.

Students will enter at the WEST VIP entrance and present their ticket for admittance. Students can park in Lot R. Students will be screened and have their temperature checked before entering the stadium.

FAMILY/GUESTSFamily/guests must enter at the SOUTHWEST entrance and present their ticket for admittance. Tickets are assigned seating (like a game/concert). Everyone will be required to sit in their assigned seat to ensure proper social distancing. Guests will park in Lot R. All family and guests will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms prior to entering the parking lot.

STAFF AND TEACHERSStaff and teachers can arrive up to 1 hour prior to the ceremony start time. Staff and teachers can park in Lot A and will enter through the WEST VIP entrance and present their ticket for admittance. All staff must wear their Coppell ISD badge. Tickets are assigned seating (like a game/concert). Everyone will be required to sit in their assigned seat to ensure proper social distancing. Staff and teachers will be screened and have their temperature checked before entering the stadium.

DISMISSALGraduates and guests will be dismissed by section by an announcer. Please wait for the announcer to dismiss your section. After your section has been dismissed, please exit the venue and head to your car. Congregating after the ceremony is prohibited.